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The Standard Signal Ep 16| Two Years Without Justice: Remembering the Brutal Assassination of Bate Urgessa
On April 9, 2024, Bate Urgessa was brutally assassinated by government forces.
This special episode revisits the timeline, and what it reveals about justice and political space in Ethiopia today.
#TsedaleLemma in conversation with #EzekielGebissa
Premiers tonight at 7:30 PM EAT
Subscribe to watch: https://youtube.com/@addisstandard
#BateUrgessa #Ethiopia #Anniversary #JusticeDelayed #HumanRights #PoliticalViolence #Oromo #OLF #Accountability #HornOfAfrica #TheStandardSignal
On April 9, 2024, Bate Urgessa was brutally assassinated by government forces.
This special episode revisits the timeline, and what it reveals about justice and political space in Ethiopia today.
#TsedaleLemma in conversation with #EzekielGebissa
Premiers tonight at 7:30 PM EAT
Subscribe to watch: https://youtube.com/@addisstandard
#BateUrgessa #Ethiopia #Anniversary #JusticeDelayed #HumanRights #PoliticalViolence #Oromo #OLF #Accountability #HornOfAfrica #TheStandardSignal
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#Premiering_now: Two Years Without Justice: Remembering the Brutal Assassination of Bate Urgessa
April 9, 2024, a night that ended in a brutal execution a husband, a father of five, an intellectual and a peaceful politician.
Two years later, the questions remain.
Click here to watch: https://youtu.be/gAXvr9JN3Y8?si=q7C8otTOvcTw_fZ5
In this commemorative episode of The Standard Signal, host Tsedale Lemma discusses with Prof. Ezekiel Gebissa to revisit the life, final hours, and aftermath of Bate Urgessa’s brutal assassination by government forces, and examine what has (and hasn’t) changed since.
#BateUrgessa #Ethiopia #JusticeDelayed #HumanRights #Oromo #OLF #PoliticalViolence #Accountability #AfricaNews #HornOfAfrica #TheStandardSignal #NeverForget
April 9, 2024, a night that ended in a brutal execution a husband, a father of five, an intellectual and a peaceful politician.
Two years later, the questions remain.
Click here to watch: https://youtu.be/gAXvr9JN3Y8?si=q7C8otTOvcTw_fZ5
In this commemorative episode of The Standard Signal, host Tsedale Lemma discusses with Prof. Ezekiel Gebissa to revisit the life, final hours, and aftermath of Bate Urgessa’s brutal assassination by government forces, and examine what has (and hasn’t) changed since.
#BateUrgessa #Ethiopia #JusticeDelayed #HumanRights #Oromo #OLF #PoliticalViolence #Accountability #AfricaNews #HornOfAfrica #TheStandardSignal #NeverForget
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The Standard Signal Ep.16:Two Years Without Justice:Remembering the Brutal Assassination of Bate
April 9, 2024, a night that ended in a brutal execution a husband, a father of five, an intellectual and a peaceful politician.
Two years later, the questions remain.
In this commemorative episode of The Standard Signal, host Tsedale Lemma discusses with…
Two years later, the questions remain.
In this commemorative episode of The Standard Signal, host Tsedale Lemma discusses with…
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News: Ethiopia Media Authority board reviews progress of digital overhaul, institutional reforms
The Board of Directors of the Ethiopian Media Authority (#EMA) has reviewed progress on a series of institutional reforms and digital modernization efforts aimed at strengthening the #Ethiopia’s media regulatory system.
The review session was led by #Redwan_Hussein, Director General of the National Intelligence and Security Service (#NISS) and Chairman of the Board of the Ethiopian Media Authority, who assessed the implementation of the Authority’s ongoing 100-day plan, launched in January 2026.
During the session, board members examined reports outlining the Authority’s push to integrate modern digital technologies into its regulatory framework. A key presentation focused on infrastructure development underway in partnership with the Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute, aimed at enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of
Read more: https://addisstandard.com/?p=56542
The Board of Directors of the Ethiopian Media Authority (#EMA) has reviewed progress on a series of institutional reforms and digital modernization efforts aimed at strengthening the #Ethiopia’s media regulatory system.
The review session was led by #Redwan_Hussein, Director General of the National Intelligence and Security Service (#NISS) and Chairman of the Board of the Ethiopian Media Authority, who assessed the implementation of the Authority’s ongoing 100-day plan, launched in January 2026.
During the session, board members examined reports outlining the Authority’s push to integrate modern digital technologies into its regulatory framework. A key presentation focused on infrastructure development underway in partnership with the Ethiopian Artificial Intelligence Institute, aimed at enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of
Read more: https://addisstandard.com/?p=56542
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#Ethiopia bondholders start process to sue government over defaulted debt
A group of Ethiopia’s bondholders formally began a process to sue the government over a defaulted $1 billion debt, according to people familiar with the matter.
Members of the Ethiopia Ad Hoc Bondholder Committee last week sent a pre-action letter to the government notifying them of their intent to file a claim in the English courts, said the people, who asked not to be identified as they’re not authorized to publicly announce the move.
The authorities have 14 days to acknowledge the letter, the people said, without specifying the timeline.
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-17/ethiopia-bondholders-said-to-start-process-to-sue-over-debt
A group of Ethiopia’s bondholders formally began a process to sue the government over a defaulted $1 billion debt, according to people familiar with the matter.
Members of the Ethiopia Ad Hoc Bondholder Committee last week sent a pre-action letter to the government notifying them of their intent to file a claim in the English courts, said the people, who asked not to be identified as they’re not authorized to publicly announce the move.
The authorities have 14 days to acknowledge the letter, the people said, without specifying the timeline.
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-17/ethiopia-bondholders-said-to-start-process-to-sue-over-debt
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72 Hours. No trace!
#Million_Beyene has now been missing for 72 hours.
Disappeared without a trace.
He was forcibly taken from his workplace at Addis Standard newsroom, where he had continued to stand his ground and carry out his duties despite mounting pressure to walk away.
Seventy-two hours on, silence persists.
Despite repeated inquiries and appeals, no authority has provided any information about his whereabouts or condition.
#WhereIsMillion #BringMillionHome #JournalismIsNotACrime #EndEnforcedDisappearances
#Million_Beyene has now been missing for 72 hours.
Disappeared without a trace.
He was forcibly taken from his workplace at Addis Standard newsroom, where he had continued to stand his ground and carry out his duties despite mounting pressure to walk away.
Seventy-two hours on, silence persists.
Despite repeated inquiries and appeals, no authority has provided any information about his whereabouts or condition.
#WhereIsMillion #BringMillionHome #JournalismIsNotACrime #EndEnforcedDisappearances
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#Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps says control of Strait of Hormuz has ‘returned to previous state’
Addis Abeba - The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (#IRGC) has announced that control of the Strait of Hormuz has “returned to its previous state,” citing what it described as “continued US blockade” measures targeting Iranian ports.
In a statement carried by Iranian state broadcaster, Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting, the IRGC’s joint military command accused the United States of “continued acts of piracy and maritime theft under the guise of a so-called blockade.”
“For this reason, control of the Strait of Hormuz has returned to its previous state, and this strategic waterway is now under strict management and control by the armed forces,” the statement said.
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Addis Abeba - The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (#IRGC) has announced that control of the Strait of Hormuz has “returned to its previous state,” citing what it described as “continued US blockade” measures targeting Iranian ports.
In a statement carried by Iranian state broadcaster, Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting, the IRGC’s joint military command accused the United States of “continued acts of piracy and maritime theft under the guise of a so-called blockade.”
“For this reason, control of the Strait of Hormuz has returned to its previous state, and this strategic waterway is now under strict management and control by the armed forces,” the statement said.
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#Ethiopia: Renewed tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, where #Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (#IRGC) announced tighter controls this morning in response to what it described as a continuing United States blockade, have once again highlighted the fragility of global supply chains that directly affect import-dependent economies like Ethiopia.
The more than one-month disruption to this critical energy and shipping chokepoint has already sent freight and fuel costs soaring, strained foreign currency reserves, and delayed fertilizer shipments for countries around the world, risks that intersect directly with Ethiopia’s food security, inflation outlook, and long-standing ambition of achieving food sovereignty.
These risks were examined in Addis Standard’s lead in-depth analysis, “The Fertilizer Paradox: Global shocks test Ethiopia’s fragile, corruption-tainted supply chain,” which explored how geopolitical shocks and logistical bottlenecks converged with Ethiopia’s corruption-tainted fertilizer distribution system, testing one of the country’s most vital agricultural lifelines.
Revisit the full in-depth analysis for deeper context.
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56490
The more than one-month disruption to this critical energy and shipping chokepoint has already sent freight and fuel costs soaring, strained foreign currency reserves, and delayed fertilizer shipments for countries around the world, risks that intersect directly with Ethiopia’s food security, inflation outlook, and long-standing ambition of achieving food sovereignty.
These risks were examined in Addis Standard’s lead in-depth analysis, “The Fertilizer Paradox: Global shocks test Ethiopia’s fragile, corruption-tainted supply chain,” which explored how geopolitical shocks and logistical bottlenecks converged with Ethiopia’s corruption-tainted fertilizer distribution system, testing one of the country’s most vital agricultural lifelines.
Revisit the full in-depth analysis for deeper context.
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56490
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The Fertilizer Paradox: Global shocks test Ethiopia’s fragile, corruption-tainted supply chain - Addis Standard
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#Ethiopia: EMMPA condemns abduction of Addis Standard Managing Editor, calls for urgent investigation
The Ethiopian Mass Media Professionals Association (#EMMPA) has condemned the abduction of #Million_Beyene, Managing Editor of Addis Standard, and called for his immediate release and a thorough investigation into the incident.
In a statement issued on April 17, 2026, the association said Million was taken from his workplace around midday on April 15, 2026 by unidentified individuals in civilian clothing, and that his whereabouts remain unknown.
The association described the incident as a “flagrant violation” of constitutional rights to liberty and security, as well as international human rights protections. It warned that the abduction reflects increasing pressure and physical threats against journalists and poses a serious risk to press freedom in the country.
Seventy-two hours into the abduction, the whereabouts of Million Beyene remain unknown.
Read more: https://addisstandard.com/?p=56552
The Ethiopian Mass Media Professionals Association (#EMMPA) has condemned the abduction of #Million_Beyene, Managing Editor of Addis Standard, and called for his immediate release and a thorough investigation into the incident.
In a statement issued on April 17, 2026, the association said Million was taken from his workplace around midday on April 15, 2026 by unidentified individuals in civilian clothing, and that his whereabouts remain unknown.
The association described the incident as a “flagrant violation” of constitutional rights to liberty and security, as well as international human rights protections. It warned that the abduction reflects increasing pressure and physical threats against journalists and poses a serious risk to press freedom in the country.
Seventy-two hours into the abduction, the whereabouts of Million Beyene remain unknown.
Read more: https://addisstandard.com/?p=56552
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#Ethiopia Defense Forces say building of ‘strong naval force’ to protect ‘national interests’ well underway
Addis Abeba -The Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) has said that a “strong naval force” capable of protecting the country’s national interests is currently well underway.
According to information released by the ENDF on 18 April, an extensive briefing was delivered to officer candidates of the 27th round of the “Tsinat” (Endurance) course at the Hurso Officer Candidate Training School. The session covered the foundation of the Ethiopian Navy, its current status, and international maritime laws.
Captain Kebede Michael, Commander of the Ethiopian Naval Academy, who delivered the briefing, said the institution is working to build a “strong naval force that protects the country's national interests.”
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Addis Abeba -The Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) has said that a “strong naval force” capable of protecting the country’s national interests is currently well underway.
According to information released by the ENDF on 18 April, an extensive briefing was delivered to officer candidates of the 27th round of the “Tsinat” (Endurance) course at the Hurso Officer Candidate Training School. The session covered the foundation of the Ethiopian Navy, its current status, and international maritime laws.
Captain Kebede Michael, Commander of the Ethiopian Naval Academy, who delivered the briefing, said the institution is working to build a “strong naval force that protects the country's national interests.”
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96 Hours. Still Missing!
Ninety-six hours after he was taken, the whereabouts of #Million_Beyene remain unknown.
Million was forcibly removed from his workplace, where he served as a journalist, working to uphold the public’s right to access the truth. In doing so, he has now been stripped of his own freedom.
The silence is alarming.
#WhereIsMillion #BringMillionHome #JournalismIsNotACrime #PressFreedom #EndEnforcedDisappearances
Ninety-six hours after he was taken, the whereabouts of #Million_Beyene remain unknown.
Million was forcibly removed from his workplace, where he served as a journalist, working to uphold the public’s right to access the truth. In doing so, he has now been stripped of his own freedom.
The silence is alarming.
#WhereIsMillion #BringMillionHome #JournalismIsNotACrime #PressFreedom #EndEnforcedDisappearances
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News: Joint statement condemns #Israel’s #Somaliland envoy; Somaliland rejects violation claims, defends sovereign diplomacy
The foreign ministers of #Pakistan, #Egypt, #Somalia, #Sudan, #Libya, #Bangladesh, #Algeria, #Saudi_Arabia, #Palestine, #Türkiye, #Indonesia and #Kuwait expressed their “strongest condemnation” of Israel’s decision to appoint a diplomatic representative to the “so-called Somaliland.”
“Somaliland is a sovereign state grounded in state continuity, having attained independence on 26 June 1960 and subsequently reasserted its sovereignty in 1991 following an unratified union,” Somaliland said in response.
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56554
The foreign ministers of #Pakistan, #Egypt, #Somalia, #Sudan, #Libya, #Bangladesh, #Algeria, #Saudi_Arabia, #Palestine, #Türkiye, #Indonesia and #Kuwait expressed their “strongest condemnation” of Israel’s decision to appoint a diplomatic representative to the “so-called Somaliland.”
“Somaliland is a sovereign state grounded in state continuity, having attained independence on 26 June 1960 and subsequently reasserted its sovereignty in 1991 following an unratified union,” Somaliland said in response.
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56554
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#Iran rebuilding missile launch capacity faster than pre-war levels, #IRGC commander says
Addis Abeba- A senior commander in Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corp (IRGC) says the country is replacing its missile and drone launch infrastructure at a “faster” pace than before the war, even during the ongoing ceasefire period.
Maj. Gen. Majid Mousavi, commander of the aerospace division of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, said Iran’s recovery and upgrade of launch systems has accelerated, according to remarks carried by Nour News and reported by Al Jazeera.
“During the ceasefire, our speed in updating and replenishing missile and drone launch pads is even faster than before the war,” Mousavi said, in comments accompanied by footage showing him inspecting an underground missile facility.
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Addis Abeba- A senior commander in Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corp (IRGC) says the country is replacing its missile and drone launch infrastructure at a “faster” pace than before the war, even during the ongoing ceasefire period.
Maj. Gen. Majid Mousavi, commander of the aerospace division of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, said Iran’s recovery and upgrade of launch systems has accelerated, according to remarks carried by Nour News and reported by Al Jazeera.
“During the ceasefire, our speed in updating and replenishing missile and drone launch pads is even faster than before the war,” Mousavi said, in comments accompanied by footage showing him inspecting an underground missile facility.
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#IDF confirms authenticity of photo showing #Israeli soldier smashing Jesus statue with sledgehammer, pledges investigation after widespread outrage
Addis Abeba- The Israeli military says it is investigating an incident involving one of its soldiers after a photo surfaced showing an Israeli soldier smashing a fallen statue of Jesus Christ in the head with a sledgehammer in southern Lebanon.
The photo has triggered widespread outrage and condemnation among Christians around the world since it appeared on social media on Sunday 19 April 2026.
According to The Times of Israel, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that the photograph depicts one of its soldiers using a sledgehammer to smash the statue while operating in southern Lebanon.
Israel’s weeks long military attack in southern Lebanon has flattened entire areas, killing more than 2000 civilians and displacing hundreds of thousands.
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Addis Abeba- The Israeli military says it is investigating an incident involving one of its soldiers after a photo surfaced showing an Israeli soldier smashing a fallen statue of Jesus Christ in the head with a sledgehammer in southern Lebanon.
The photo has triggered widespread outrage and condemnation among Christians around the world since it appeared on social media on Sunday 19 April 2026.
According to The Times of Israel, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) confirmed that the photograph depicts one of its soldiers using a sledgehammer to smash the statue while operating in southern Lebanon.
Israel’s weeks long military attack in southern Lebanon has flattened entire areas, killing more than 2000 civilians and displacing hundreds of thousands.
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#Ethiopia: Ministry announces start of electric heavy-duty truck imports
Ethiopia Ministry of Transport and Logistics announced that Ethiopia’s transition toward electric mobility has expanded to include heavy-duty trucks, beginning with electric powered heavy-duty trucks entering the country.
According to information released by the Ministry on Sunday, 19 April, electric heavy-duty trucks are now arriving in Ethiopia, “marking a new phase” in the country’s broader electric vehicle transition.
The Ministry said the latest development builds on earlier policy measures that prioritized the import of electric passenger vehicles. Following a recent policy adjustment, the Ministry confirmed that “electric heavy-duty trucks and industrial equipment are now part of the plan,” signaling an expansion of the government’s electrification strategy to the logistics & construction sectors.
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Ethiopia Ministry of Transport and Logistics announced that Ethiopia’s transition toward electric mobility has expanded to include heavy-duty trucks, beginning with electric powered heavy-duty trucks entering the country.
According to information released by the Ministry on Sunday, 19 April, electric heavy-duty trucks are now arriving in Ethiopia, “marking a new phase” in the country’s broader electric vehicle transition.
The Ministry said the latest development builds on earlier policy measures that prioritized the import of electric passenger vehicles. Following a recent policy adjustment, the Ministry confirmed that “electric heavy-duty trucks and industrial equipment are now part of the plan,” signaling an expansion of the government’s electrification strategy to the logistics & construction sectors.
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Five days without a trace!
It has now been five days since #Million_Beyene was taken from his work place at Addis Standard newsroom and disappeared without a trace.
Ethiopia grappling with multiple threats, a dedicated journalist who has steadfastly upheld his duty to serve the public’s right to information is one of them.
#WhereIsMillion? #BringMillionHome #JournalismIsNotACrime #PressFreedom #EndEnforcedDisappearances
It has now been five days since #Million_Beyene was taken from his work place at Addis Standard newsroom and disappeared without a trace.
Ethiopia grappling with multiple threats, a dedicated journalist who has steadfastly upheld his duty to serve the public’s right to information is one of them.
#WhereIsMillion? #BringMillionHome #JournalismIsNotACrime #PressFreedom #EndEnforcedDisappearances
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Oil prices rise after President Trump says #Iranian ship seized
Global oil prices have jumped by more than 5% after #US President Donald Trump said the US had intercepted and seized an Iran-flagged cargo ship.
The Brent crude oil price rose by 5.4% to $95.27 a barrel, while the US benchmark was 5.9% higher at $88.79.
According to the BBC, the increases reversed some of the big falls seen on Friday when Iran had said the Strait of Hormuz would be "completely open" to commercial vessels for the remainder of the ceasefire.
But on Saturday, Iran said it was closing the strait again and that any ship that approached it would be targeted. The waterway is of key importance as usually about 20% of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas passes through it.
Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February and Tehran responded with threats...
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Global oil prices have jumped by more than 5% after #US President Donald Trump said the US had intercepted and seized an Iran-flagged cargo ship.
The Brent crude oil price rose by 5.4% to $95.27 a barrel, while the US benchmark was 5.9% higher at $88.79.
According to the BBC, the increases reversed some of the big falls seen on Friday when Iran had said the Strait of Hormuz would be "completely open" to commercial vessels for the remainder of the ceasefire.
But on Saturday, Iran said it was closing the strait again and that any ship that approached it would be targeted. The waterway is of key importance as usually about 20% of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas passes through it.
Energy markets have seen wild swings since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February and Tehran responded with threats...
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News: #Ethiopia to receive €40 million financing for agricultural exporters under #EIB-#Zemen_Bank agreement
Ethiopian agricultural businesses, particularly exporters of coffee and horticultural products, are set to benefit from up to €40 million in financing under a new agreement between European Investment Bank Global and Zemen Bank SC, according to information shared with Addis Standard by EIB.
https://addisstandard.com/ethiopia-to-receive-e40-million-financing-for-agricultural-exporters-under-eib-zemen-bank-agreement/
Ethiopian agricultural businesses, particularly exporters of coffee and horticultural products, are set to benefit from up to €40 million in financing under a new agreement between European Investment Bank Global and Zemen Bank SC, according to information shared with Addis Standard by EIB.
https://addisstandard.com/ethiopia-to-receive-e40-million-financing-for-agricultural-exporters-under-eib-zemen-bank-agreement/
#Op_ed: Beyond the “Hostage” Narrative: Conditioned immorality, politics of displacement in #Ethiopia
In this op-ed, Yaekob Yatene challenges the claim that internally displaced persons (#IDPs) in Ethiopia—particularly from Western #Tigray—are “hostages” used for political leverage. He argues the framing oversimplifies a crisis shaped by insecurity, weak governance, and unresolved territorial disputes that hinder safe return.
The author describes this as “conditioned immorality,” where societies grow desensitized to suffering, reinforced by a “politics of selective visibility” that politicizes Tigray’s displacement while leaving IDPs in #Oromia and #Amhara regions largely overlooked.
Yaekob underscores that instrumentalizing displacement weakens accountability, noting: “When displaced people are dying of hunger, the question is not who is holding them—it is who is failing them.”
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56562
In this op-ed, Yaekob Yatene challenges the claim that internally displaced persons (#IDPs) in Ethiopia—particularly from Western #Tigray—are “hostages” used for political leverage. He argues the framing oversimplifies a crisis shaped by insecurity, weak governance, and unresolved territorial disputes that hinder safe return.
The author describes this as “conditioned immorality,” where societies grow desensitized to suffering, reinforced by a “politics of selective visibility” that politicizes Tigray’s displacement while leaving IDPs in #Oromia and #Amhara regions largely overlooked.
Yaekob underscores that instrumentalizing displacement weakens accountability, noting: “When displaced people are dying of hunger, the question is not who is holding them—it is who is failing them.”
https://addisstandard.com/?p=56562
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Ethiopia: #TPLF calls for return of #Tigray Council, signals restructuring of interim administration
The Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) has called for the reinstatement of the Tigray Regional Council and indicated the need to restructure the region’s interim administration, citing what it described as deteriorating conditions and stalled implementation of the #Pretoria Peace Agreement.
In a statement issued following its Central Committee meeting held from April 15–16, 2026, the party said “the Council elected by more than 2.8 million people should return to its work,” describing it as the primary source of sovereign authority in the region.
The statement signals a potential shift in the governance arrangement under the Tigray Interim Administration, which has been in place after the cessation of hostilities agreement. While stating that ultimate authority lies with the Council, the TPLF said the executive branch of the regional government should
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The Tigray People’s Liberation Front (TPLF) has called for the reinstatement of the Tigray Regional Council and indicated the need to restructure the region’s interim administration, citing what it described as deteriorating conditions and stalled implementation of the #Pretoria Peace Agreement.
In a statement issued following its Central Committee meeting held from April 15–16, 2026, the party said “the Council elected by more than 2.8 million people should return to its work,” describing it as the primary source of sovereign authority in the region.
The statement signals a potential shift in the governance arrangement under the Tigray Interim Administration, which has been in place after the cessation of hostilities agreement. While stating that ultimate authority lies with the Council, the TPLF said the executive branch of the regional government should
Read more: https://addisstandard.com/?p=56557
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#Sudan: Gen. al-Burhan receives defecting #RSF senior commander “Al-Qubba” in Northern State
Addis Abeba - The head of Sudan’s Sovereignty Council, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, on Sunday received a senior commander who defected from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the country’s Northern State, in what analysts describe as one of the most significant breakaways from the group in recent months.
Major General Al-Nour Ahmed Adam, widely known as “Al-Qubba,” arrived in Dongola after fleeing the Kutum locality in North Darfur. His defection marks a notable shift in allegiances within the RSF amid Sudan’s ongoing conflict, which erupted in April 2023.
According to reports by Al Jazeera and Al Arabiya, Burhan, alongside senior military officials, formally welcomed Al-Qubba and his accompanying forces.
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Addis Abeba - The head of Sudan’s Sovereignty Council, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, on Sunday received a senior commander who defected from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the country’s Northern State, in what analysts describe as one of the most significant breakaways from the group in recent months.
Major General Al-Nour Ahmed Adam, widely known as “Al-Qubba,” arrived in Dongola after fleeing the Kutum locality in North Darfur. His defection marks a notable shift in allegiances within the RSF amid Sudan’s ongoing conflict, which erupted in April 2023.
According to reports by Al Jazeera and Al Arabiya, Burhan, alongside senior military officials, formally welcomed Al-Qubba and his accompanying forces.
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